Practical Alchemy - Ep. 42: Stop Wasting Time -- Importance of Connecting with Living Elders, Decolonization and Cosmic Conversations with Jasmin Alejandrez-Prasad

Ep. 42: Stop Wasting Time -- Importance of Connecting with Living Elders, Decolonization and Cosmic Conversations with Jasmin Alejandrez-Prasad

11/21/23 • 32 min

Have you felt the subtle shifts in the cosmic energies around us?

Join Natalie and special guest, Jasmine, on a cosmic journey as they unravel the intricate threads of astrology, spirituality, and ancestral wisdom.

Jasmine shares her wisdom on the upcoming astrological shifts, particularly Pluto's 18-year journey through Aquarius. Tune in as she shares more about her ancestral roots and the decolonization of the ancestral practices!

They talk about:

Pluto's move into Aquarius for 18 years.
Impact of technology and social media on self-image.
Importance of reconnecting with living elders and the guilt associated with not spending enough time with ancestors.
Decolonizing Ancestral Practices: stigma around esoteric teachings in Latino culture.
Jasmine defined brujeria
The need for self-regulation and understanding cosmic energies.

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🔗 Connect with Jasmin Alejandrez-Prasad:

Instagram: ⁠@esoteric_esa

Podcast: Better Work Bitch!

Check her links here!

🔗Get in touch with Natalie Valle:

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ loveandalchemy_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Youtube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LoveandAlchemybyNatalieValle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠loveandalchemy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

And, as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please show us some love by leaving a review and sharing it with your fellow seekers of wisdom. We're here to spread the magic! 🌿✨

Have you felt the subtle shifts in the cosmic energies around us?

Join Natalie and special guest, Jasmine, on a cosmic journey as they unravel the intricate threads of astrology, spirituality, and ancestral wisdom.

They talk about:

Pluto's move into Aquarius for 18 years.
Impact of technology and social media on self-image.
Importance of reconnecting with living elders and the guilt associated with not spending enough time with ancestors.
Decolonizing Ancestral Practices: stigma around esoteric teachings in Latino culture.
Jasmine defined brujeria
The need for self-regulation and understanding cosmic energies.

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🔗 Connect with Jasmin Alejandrez-Prasad:

Instagram: ⁠@esoteric_esa

Podcast: Better Work Bitch!

Check her links here!

🔗Get in touch with Natalie Valle:

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ loveandalchemy_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Youtube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LoveandAlchemybyNatalieValle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠loveandalchemy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

And, as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please show us some love by leaving a review and sharing it with your fellow seekers of wisdom. We're here to spread the magic! 🌿✨

Previous Episode

Ep. 41: Motherhood, Wellness and Empowerment for Latina Women with Zulay Henao

Have you ever wondered how the life of an actress mama? what it's like to juggle the spotlight of Hollywood while embracing the chaos and beauty of motherhood?

In this episode, our guest is Zulay Henao, a powerful Latina in the entertainment industry, who shares her journey into motherhood and the transformative experience it has been for her. She discusses the monthly hormonal fluctuations women experience and how embracing them can be empowering. Zulay also talks about the challenges and joys of being a mother, the importance of perspective shifts, and the need to create space emotionally and spiritually. She highlights the power of women and the ability to bring life into the world. Zulay also discusses her career and the inspiration behind Modern Muse, a platform she co-founded to empower women and challenge societal norms.

Key Takeaways:

Motherhood is transformative and can be both hard and beautiful.
Embracing the monthly hormonal fluctuations can be empowering and provide opportunities for growth.
Perspective shifts are important in navigating the challenges of motherhood and finding joy in the journey.
Women have the power to bring life into the world and should embrace their strength and femininity.
Modern Muse is a platform that aims to empower women, challenge societal norms, and promote wellness of mind and body.

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🔗 Connect with Zulay Henao

Instagram: @zulay_henao and @modernmuze

Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ leanin.org

🔗Get in touch with Natalie Valle:

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ loveandalchemy_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Youtube:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LoveandAlchemybyNatalieValle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠loveandalchemy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

And, as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please show us some love by leaving a review and sharing it with your fellow seekers of wisdom. We're here to spread the magic! 🌿✨

Next Episode

Ep. 43: Story Behind Success of Yanina Oyarzo -- Hosting, Body Dysmorphia and PCOS

Is it your passion to have conversations with people?

In this episode, host Natalie interviews Yanina Oyarzo, a Venezuelan-American host, producer, and model. Yanina shares her journey from being a TV host in middle school and high school to becoming a successful host and producer in Los Angeles.

She talks about her love for having conversations and getting to know people on a deeper level. Yanina also discusses her experience with body dysmorphia and her health journey with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). She shares the initial signs that led her to get checked and diagnosed with PCOS and how she manages her symptoms through a combination of Western medicine and lifestyle changes.

Throughout the conversation, Yanina emphasizes the importance of being kind to oneself, embracing imperfections, and finding joy in the journey of self-discovery.

🔗 Connect with Yanina Oyarzo:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@yanina_oyarzo

Website: www.yaninaoyarzo.com

Watch her Youtube Videos!

🔗Get in touch with Natalie Valle:

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ loveandalchemy_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Youtube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LoveandAlchemybyNatalieValle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠loveandalchemy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

And, as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please show us some love by leaving a review and sharing it with your fellow seekers of wisdom. We're here to spread the magic! 🌿✨